How far apart are Giza and Cairo?
How far apart are Giza and Cairo? The distance from central Cairo to the Giza Plateau is about 9 or 10 miles. In heavy traffic it can take 45 minutes.
How much time do you need at Giza Pyramids?
- How long you'll need at the Pyramids: Plan for at least 4–5 hours to leisurely explore the Giza Complex. If you purchase tickets to enter the different pyramids and visit the cemeteries and tombs as well, you can easily spend 7+ hours there.
Can I wear shorts in Cairo?
Can I wear shorts in Cairo? Cairo is not a coastal city or anything like that, so it is not common to wear shorts there… But as long as they're not hot shorts; it's OK to wear them.
What do you wear to the pyramids?
The best clothing to wear for visiting the pyramids in Egypt would be airy clothes like loose dresses or pants, a loose fitting shirt or blouse with long sleeves and comfortable shoes.
How close are pyramids to Cairo?
The Pyramids of Giza sit about 11 miles southwest of downtown Cairo on the Giza Plateau and are open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Public transportation is not available within walking distance, so it's best to drive, hail a taxi or take a bus tour to the site.
How long is it from Cairo to Giza?
Since Giza is just about 15–40 minutes away from Cairo by car (depending on where in Cairo you are staying), getting a taxi is easy and recommended if you're planning to visit the pyramids independently. Your hotel will be able to help you flag one down, and you likely will be paying around 2–4 US dollars one way.
Is 1 day enough for Cairo?
Whilst one day in Cairo may not be enough to see everything the city has to offer, it's certainly enough time to get a taste of what makes the city so special. With a well-planned itinerary and a willingness to explore, you can fit in a number of major attractions.
How do I get from Cairo to Giza Pyramids?
To get there, you can take a 60 minute Cairo airport taxi ride or a 1 hour 50 minute bus ride. However, it's worth noting that there's no direct bus, so you will need to take the 111 or 381 bus to Ramses Train Station, change to the Metro Line 2 train to Sadaki Mekki and then take another public bus to the Pyramids.
Is one day enough for Giza Pyramids?
The Giza pyramid complex should be your first stop on the ideal one-day Cairo itinerary. The pyramids are genuinely breathtaking when you see them for the first time. And they still impress me after all these years, when I'm on my way to dinner and catch a glimpse of their dusty peeks through the taxi window.
Is Giza in Cairo safe to visit?
With the Giza Pyramids being Egypt's number one tourist attraction, it is probably the safest of all attractions in Egypt. So yes, we believe the pyramids in Egypt are safe to visit.
How far is the Sphinx from the city?
The Great Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx can be found 20 km south of Cairo (approximately a half an hour drive).
Is Giza bigger than Cairo?
Giza is the second-largest city in Egypt after Cairo and fourth-largest city in Africa after Kinshasa, Lagos and Cairo.
Is the Sphinx in Giza or Cairo?
The Great Sphinx of Giza is a giant 4,500-year-old limestone statue situated near the Great Pyramid in Giza, Egypt. Measuring 240 feet (73 meters) long and 66 feet (20 meters) high, the Great Sphinx is one of the world's largest monuments.
How much is a taxi from Downtown Cairo to the Pyramids?
Normal taxi fare between Downtown Cairo to Giza Pyramids is about 30 LE (Egyptian Pounds) and may take you up to 60-90 minutes, depending on traffic. -Another very cheap option to reach Giza is by public bus.
Can you go inside the Sphinx?
Some tourists planning a Great Sphinx of Giza tour wonder if you can go inside og the Great Sphinx enclosure. It is possible, but only during our tour of the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx.